Back Taxes & Unfiled Returns
“What can I do if I owe a lot in back taxes?”
If someone owes a large amount in back taxes, the practical options often depend on how old the debt is, whether returns are still missing, and what notices or collection activity have already started. In many cases, the IRS or a state agency may look at payment arrangements, temporary collection relief, or other resolution paths based on income, assets, and filing history. The timing of any response, the accuracy of past returns, and whether penalties or interest have continued to build can all affect the overall picture. Walking the details through with a CPA is the fastest way to know what truly applies here.
In your 60-minute session, the KGOB advisor handling it will:
- Read your exact situation and tell you, in plain English, what’s actually going on.
- Lay out your options and the trade-offs — no jargon, no judgment.
- Give you a clear next step you can act on, whether that’s with us or on your own.
“I’m behind on taxes and owe about $25,000, what can I do?”
“What should I do about about $25,000 in back taxes I owe?”
“I owe a big back tax bill, around $25,000, what are my options?”
“If I owe $25,000 in back taxes, what are my possible options?”
“I haven't filed taxes in 2 years, how much trouble am I in?”
“I haven't filed taxes in 3 years, how much trouble am I in?”
This page is a prompt to start a conversation, not tax or legal advice, and states no tax-law specifics as fact. A consult session does not by itself create an ongoing engagement. We do not promise specific outcomes or savings. Kohari Gonzalez Oneyear & Brown PLLC — Charlotte, NC.
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